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So many factors affect the wedding trends
through the years. This year, the 5 hot wedding trends for 2011 are
greatly influenced by pop culture. From television shows to Great
Britain’s royal family, couples planning weddings can have so many
styles and themes to choose from.
Interestingly enough, while budgets for weddings may be smaller than in
past years, a shortage of money can allow for a freedom in creativity
and making the most of resources available to truly have the weddings
of real fantasies.
The following are 5 hot wedding trends for 2011:
1. Real
Royalty – With the impending royal wedding in England, we are
all experiencing regal flashbacks to the 80s and the pageantry of a
fairy tale princess. A second millennium twist features the mothers of
the bride and groom in a more elevated position in the wedding. Number
one of the 5 hot wedding trends for 2011 highlights the single mother
with spotlight dances and often as the one giving away the bride. The
theme is royal complete with traditional elegance and a modern nod to
real queens.
2. India
– With colors so rich and warm, it’s no wonder themes based on India
are so high on the list of 5 hot wedding trends for 2011. From “Slumdog
Millionaire” to “Eat, Pray, Love” we’ve had plenty of time and reason
to fall in love with all things Indian. Saris, bindis (the dot on the
forehead) and henna tattoos make a beautiful bridal party while Indian
food can be a welcome change from the standard wedding menu.
3. Roaring
Twenties – The days of decadence and danger have never been as
celebrated as in the hit television show, “Boardwalk Empire”. The third
on the top 5 hot wedding trends for 2011 is easy to go all out for.
Pinstripes for the groom and antique lace for the bride. Serve
bootlegged hooch or moonshine and don’t forget to try your hand at the
Charleston.
4. The Godfather
– You don’t have to be Italian to have the most well known movie
wedding of all time. To achieve the fourth of top 5 hot wedding trends
for 2011 you need a really big cake, an over the top Italian menu, and
a crooner to serenade the bride. Sharp dark suits for the men and a
celebration of all things “Godfather” can be fun for the guests and
couple that loves the iconic movie.
5. Organic – The
last of the top 5 hot wedding trends for 2011 is perfect for the
environmentally conscious couple. From invitations made of recycled
paper to wedding favors made of hemp, an organic wedding theme gives
the couple plenty of room for creativity and whimsy.